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In many cases, determining child support is simple. If the income of both parties is known, it is straightforward, as long as the parents’ incomes are not in dispute. If the parents together earn less than $143,000.00 per year, the basic child support (the portion designed…

Fathers’ Rights are important. As a father, you have an equal right to seek custody of your children. In custody cases, whether part of a divorce or not, the mother does not get automatic custody preference in a court of law. The Court will consider…

On August 30, 2016, the New York State Court of Appeals fundamentally changed the dynamic of family law concerning same-sex couples and child custody. Until that day, a non-biological parent from a same-sex relationship who did not adopt the child had no standing to seek…

“Choosing to divorce or remain in a marriage is a difficult decision that requires time for careful thought,” says attorney Joe Nivin. “Sometimes married couples will choose to live apart before deciding to make such a big life altering change.” In the state of New…

The following article was written by Joseph H Nivin, Esq., from the Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin for NY Metro Parents. Every parent wants his or her child to receive the best possible opportunities. Many families do not believe that their children will achieve their…

Nia Guzman is suing Chris Brown for more child support. “Nia is absurd. She’s been living in California for months and has established residency there just so she could take Chris to court in LA for more child support! The case is already in effect and Nia…

As you may have heard, Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale have reached a divorce settlement. The settlement includes the following: (1) Stefani will keep more of the assets, (2) no child support, and (3) shared custody of the couple’s two children. The newspaper article above…

In a divorce matter where the marital residence is at issue, the Court should give the parties the option of retaining exclusive occupancy of the residence upon payment of the marital debts, within a reasonable amount of time,” says attorney Joseph H. Nivin. SUPREME COURT…